General

n       Never take a beer to a job interview.

n       Always identify people in your yard before shooting at them.

n       It's considered tacky to take a cooler to church.

n       If you have to vacuum the bed, it is time to change the sheets.

n       Even if you're certain that you are included in the will, it is still considered tacky to drive a U-Haul to the funeral home.

Dining Out

n       When decanting wine, make sure that you tilt the paper cup, and pour slowly so as not to "bruise" the fruit of the wine.

n       If drinking directly from the bottle, always hold it with your fingers covering the label.

Entertaining in your home

n       A centerpiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.

n       Do not allow the dog to eat at the table...no matter how good his manners are.

Personal Hygiene

n       While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this is a job that should be done in private using one's OWN truck keys.

n       Proper use of toiletries can forestall bathing for several days. However, if you live alone, deodorant is a waste of good money.

n       Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a social no-no, as they tend to detract from a woman's jewelry and alter the taste of finger foods.

Dating (outside the family)

n       Always offer to bait your date's hook, especially on the first date.

n       Be aggressive. Let her know you're interested: "I've been wanting to go out with you since I read that stuff on the bathroom wall two years ago."

n       Establish with her parents what time she is expected back. Some will say 10:00 PM; Others might say "Monday." If the latter is the answer, it is the man's responsibility to get her to school on time.

Theater Etiquette

n       Crying babies should be taken to the lobby and picked up immediately after the movie has ended.

n       Refrain from talking to characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can't hear you.

Weddings

n       Livestock, usually, is a poor choice for a wedding gift.

n       Kissing the bride for more than 5 seconds may get you shot.

n       For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A leisure suit with a cummerbund and a clean bowling shirt can create a tacky appearance.

n       Though uncomfortable, say "yes" to socks and shoes for this special occasion.

Driving Etiquette

·         Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles; Even if the gun is loaded, and the deer is in sight.

·         When approaching a four-way stop, the vehicle with the largest tires always has the right of way.

·         Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.

·         When sending your wife down the road with a gas can, it is impolite to ask her to bring back beer.

·         Do not lay rubber while traveling in a funeral procession.